Laura Smith, Business Attorney in the United States
focused on Business and Real Estate
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Laura Smith is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
- Based in
- Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · Real Estate
- Handles Business and Real Estate matters from Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026).
About Laura Smith: Laura Smith is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Laura takes on
Laura concentrates on business and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Laura handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases nationwide
Laura takes business matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.
Real Estate cases nationwide
Laura takes real estate matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Laura agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Laura Smith — business lawyer in the U.S.
Laura Smith is an attorney based in Vancouver, BRITISH COLUMBIA. The practice focuses on Business and Real Estate.
Laura Smith is a member of Fasken’s Real Estate Law and Banking & Finance practice groups in Vancouver, focusing on acquisitions and dispositions, commercial leasing, real estate development and lending.
Laura has a range of experience in real property matters and has acted for clients in a range of commercial real estate transactions. Laura also acts for lenders and borrowers in secured financing transactions, including syndicated loan transactions.
Laura's approach to business cases
Laura Smith is a member of Fasken’s Real Estate Law and Banking & Finance practice groups in Vancouver, focusing on acquisitions and dispositions, commercial leasing, real estate development and lending. Laura has a range of experience in real property matters and has acted for clients in a range of commercial real estate transactions. Laura also acts for lenders and borrowers in secured…
Clients Laura works with
Laura reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and real estate matters in the United States.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Laura has received 3 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Banking and Finance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Leasing Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026).
Locations
Laura Smith's office in Vancouver
Laura's primary office is at 550 Burrard Street, Suite 2900, Vancouver, British Columbia. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Laura Smith — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Laura usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Laura charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Laura will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Laura
Laura discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Laura confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Laura's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Laura Smith
How much does it cost to hire Laura for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Laura walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Laura offer a free consultation?
Laura charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Laura's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Laura's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in this state typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Laura gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Laura take my case if I'm outside the area?
Laura evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Laura's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Laura?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Laura will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Laura accepting new business clients right now?
Laura's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.